The Flow Detect notebook
Why tracer gas can help with hidden leaks
How a selected test method contributes to the wider picture.
A controlled test
Where the arrangement is suitable, specialist equipment checks for a tracer signal from isolated pipework. The test is selected around the system rather than used automatically.
The signal has a route too
Gas can move through surrounding materials before appearing. Its emergence point must be considered alongside the pipe route and site conditions.
Preparation is specific
Known branches, shared supplies and valves help plan the work. Follow the investigator’s instructions rather than attempting to introduce gas or alter the system yourself.
Put the information into context
This guide explains common investigation principles. Your property, the available access and the actual test findings determine the right next step. It is not a diagnosis of an unseen system.